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Become a Co-op Member - no apron required!

As a Co-op member, you have a voice! Members have democratic control of the organization, helping shape the future of our store. You'll connect with fellow community members, support a more sustainable food system, and even enjoy a discount at the register!

And don’t worry—you don’t need to work in the store to be a member.

Membership at the Co-op - What are the benefits?

Becoming a member of the Cambridge Food Co-op helps ensure that the Co-op continues to exist and remains able to fulfill its important role in the Cambridge food economy.

 

​As a Member of the Co-op you will:

  • Meet new people in our community.

  • Help keep the Co-op a vibrant and sustainable community-owned resource for another 50+

  • Vote & participate in discussions to shape and guide the future of the organization .

  • Have special access to fresh fish weekly. 

  • Join the Cheese Club, a monthly specialty cheese buying club with cheese tasting events.

  • Save! Get a 10% discount (plus your member discount) on all special order case lots.

  • Save - 2% on shopping instore

  • Become a working member and get even better discounts at register!

  • Take part in members' only sales.

  • Participate in our events for free or at a reduced costs

How Do I Join?

If you are new to the Co-op, stop by the store to fill out an application and pay your dues. ​​

Annual Dues Help the Co-op Succeed

All members who are able pay annual dues of $40. This fee covers everyone in a member household. Each household has one vote at annual meetings.

Please, do not let the fee be a barrier to joining the organization - sponsored membership available 

Members Assist in Running the Co-op

Part of the democratic nature of a Co-op means that members can join committees and/or the Board of Directors. 

Members can also help the Co-op by becoming a working member!​​​

Membership Opportunities 

Supporting 

Help support the organization through membership

Beside the above benefits - 2% discount at register

Double Working

Help in store by working eight hours a month 

Besides the above benefits - 15% discount at the register

Single Working

Help in the store by working four hours in mouth

Beside the above benefits - 12% discount at register

Super Working 

Help in store by working sixteen hours a month 

Besides the above benefits - 20% discount at the register

Working Member Opportunities

Two hour shifts available all week long for in-store volunteering - only four hours required per month to maintain working member status.

 

Unable to Work in the Store? - Flexible Options to fit your schedule

  • Data Entry

  • Local Pickup and Delivery

  • Seasonal Decorating​​​

FAQs About Membership

Can I be a member even if I live somewhere else? Yes! Becoming a member even when you just visit on occasion means that the Co-op will still be here when you do visit, and that your local friends and family will have a great place to shop.

 

Is there a time commitment to be a member? Members are not required to work to maintain membership!  Though working in the store used to be a requirement and is still an option, working is no longer required and you can elect to be a Supporting Member instead.

 

I don't shop enough to make the discount/membership fee worth it. The Cambridge Food Co-op is not a big box discount buying club. It's an investment in your community, and any discounts are our way of thanking you for your support. 

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